October verdict

Portugal in October

Weather score53Mixed

Mixed for holiday weather

Average highs are around 22°C, so days are mild rather than hot. Sunshine averages 6.4h per day, enough for a balanced month. Rainfall averages 85mm, so some wet days are possible.

Albufeira, Portugal, Portugal travel weather guide
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October weather

Monthly averages

Temp

22°C

Rain

85mm

Sun

6.4h

Sea

13°C

Weather score

53

Mixed

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Trip feel

Mild

Average highs are around 22°C, so days are mild rather than hot.

Showers

Rainfall averages 85mm, so some wet days are possible.

Some sun

Sunshine averages 6.4h per day, enough for a balanced month.

Cool sea

Sea temperatures average 13°C, so the water can feel cool.

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Temperature

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October22°C average high

October is close to Portugal's yearly temperature average, giving a typical read on daytime heat.

Warmest monthsJune to September

This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.

October85mm average rain

October is wetter than Portugal's yearly average, so flexible plans matter more.

Driest monthsJune to September

This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.

October6.4 hours average sun

October is below Portugal's yearly sunshine average, so bright-day planning is less reliable than in peak months.

Brightest monthsJune to August

This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.

Sea temperature

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October13°C average sea

October sits in the warmer sea-temperature season, usually making swimming easier to enjoy.

Warmest seaJune to October

Sea temperatures are usually near 12°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.

Weather score

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October53 weather score

October sits close to Portugal's yearly weather-score average, giving a typical overall read on the month.

Best weather monthsJune to September

These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.

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